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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1899
Page
4
A compact montage of editorials and excerpts appears from the Topeka State Journal, listing commentary from London and New York offices. It comments on politics, tariffs, temperance and public figures, with references to Cr, Croker, Wanamaker, and Quay, and notes about U.S. senate seats, military training, and the Philippine situation.
A fragment from Atebleon Gidbrt discusses gender roles and moral standards. The piece contrasts women's and men's attitudes toward virtue and hardship. It notes some women judge husbands harshly, and men face poverty after wrongdoing.
The snippet cites Benster West praised as a boxing expert like Roosevelt, Mrs. Charles W. Fairbanks capable of driving four-in-hand, and Andrew Carnegie's pragmatic reply to a boy’s question. It notes Dreyfus era fanaticism in France, a rise in insanity among asylum patients, and references to Edwin C. Gibbs and the yacht Paul Jones. It mentions Cartisle’s staff and a respected treasury chief's influence in Washington.
A fragmentarycolumn discusses the unsettled plight of homeowners who rent houses. It contrasts owners’ sentimental furniture values with tenants’ disruptive moves and shifting room layouts. The piece evokes a Western traveler’s critique of New York tastes and the tension between commercial value and domestic sentiment. It notes the upheaval of furnishings as tenants arrive and depart, leaving the home in a topsy turvy state.
Fragmented OCR listing pensions and beneficiaries appears to reference Kansas and Ottawa locales with names such as William Burgoon Almond W. Franch and Barah E Bellinger. The passage is garbled but suggests pension actions or entries tied to individuals and places, with scattered amounts and dates implied.
A report notes a carload of cattle transported to the Kansas City Market. Details on origin, shipment size, and handlers are limited in the readable text.
McLouth Jan 30 A wealthy stockman C W Glynn of this place left for Kansas City with cattle proceeds mailed home as a draft. He bought clothing, failed to return, and now relatives fear foul play after learning he had only about 20 on him. Glynn, 6 feet tall, about 200 pounds, has stockyard connections and a long Kansas City market history.
Leavenworth Times reports a cake walk at the Opera House with a mixed audience. Three couples were judged eligible after seven performances, featuring colorful costumes, especially Hettie Proctor and Hulkar McHaerlen, with prizes awarded to numbers five two and one respectively.
Milton Hogaboom, in Manila via Honolulu, writes of palm lined city streets and a grove of palms. He notes eating $23 worth of provisions, tropical heat, and a cocoanut that tasted unlike home society. He mentions ships, natives selling fruit, and Spanish prisoners observed during a Manila stroll.
The excerpt shows sailors marking the voyage with crude humor about locals and wages, noting linen costs, work value in Mexican money, and a plan to hire locals for washing and chores. It mentions Tennessee sailors eager to ashore, threats to burn the boat, and bemused reactions to questions about meanings. Fruit is described with bananas and oranges observed as plentiful but varying quality.
A Saturday night double killing in Galena left Ploesi Riley and her assailant dead. Bullying ex‑marshal R Bullington was fatally shot by police officer Charles Barker after a struggle over a disturbance arrest. Coroner to hold inquest for Bullington. Brooks’ inquest pending.
Kansas City Kansas ministers denounce city officials for lax enforcement of gambling laws. Clergy urge voters to demand law enforcement at next election, warning that corruption harms public morality and harms citizens. Leaders Motter Kuhls criticize mayor and police unaccountability while calling for action.
Jan 30 Atwood report on M A Wilson of Atwood as an early alfalfa raiser in Kansas east of the Rockies. Since 1873 he settled Rawlins county, planted from a San Francisco seed, and now cultivates over two acres. In 1894 he paid $1,551.19 for seed while hay and straw netted about $800. He sold seed from $3.40 to $8 per bushel and argues Rawlins county is well suited to alfalfa with lower costs than the east or west regions. Wilson claims to be the first alfalfa grower in Kansas east of the Rockies.
Fort St Jan 30 Chester C Briggs father of Mrs John Cramer and prominent local grocer, died by self inflicted poisoning at his brother in law A Cook's farm house seven miles north of Bronson. He visited, drank what he believed genuine poison, then convulsed and died before a physician arrived. Briggs, married with a young daughter, left no clear motive. A $2000 life insurance policy named his daughter as beneficiary.
A missive from Elondike to Mr. A. G. Lakin recounts the Emporia crowd’s movements with Harry among them. The letter notes the group’s status and indicates Jett’s earlier presence with the crowd last spring.
The party plans a 75 mile upstream winter camp along the Yukon. Clit Burge and Harry built a canvas covered shack 15 by an unknown size as first shelter. They will haul 250 pound loads, restake unused claims, scout Bears Creek and O'Brien Creek, and mail service resumes when the Yukon freezes. If no finds by spring they will descend toward Circle City.
The Enterprise Journal notes a new North Dickinson sect calling themselves the Fire Brands. In Enterprise this week members cried fire repeatedly and urged religious exhortations. Jail Breaker Captured in Obelin details Chester Burnett recaptured after two escapes, possibly aided by others opening five locks. New Band For Horton organized with 22 members led by W. Nadeau, Frank Penrod, and Jules Bourquin. New Lawrence Minister Dr Orella Cone installed at Tiuitaplan church with sermons by Rev Mann. Immigration to Ford County Missouri families from Crawford County plan to move west and claim land. Caught a Grey Wolf near Burlington as Chariie Shemberger and three hounds chased and killed it with a knife after a lengthy pursuit.
Work began today on a two story building at this plate street. The structure will measure 2x60 feet with an upper story finished for two rooms. A stock company formed among the indigent people here with the National Aid association holding controlling stock.
The annual contest at Baker University will be in Centenary hall February 3 with six contestants: F. E. Adell G. F. Collins M. P. Helmick F. W. Gaines Scott B. Bedford and Herbert Cavaness. the winner advances to the state contest in Ottawa February 24.
Mrs Jaxwiz M Derst of Arnold Nebraska describes two years of misery from weak stomach heart trouble and female complaints before using Hood's Sarsaparilla She reports rapid improvement sleep restored and strong recommendation for the medicine Get only Hood's Sarsaparilla for five dollars and avoid substitutes.
J W Gleed dean of the State university law school drafts a bill for admission of graduates without exam. State Bar Association will support and urge passage. A state board of examiners to be appointed by the supreme court. Committee to propose minor changes before introduction.
In Trenton New Jersey three allied tin plate firms were formed with authorized capitals. The American Tin Plate Company and United States Tin Plate Company each hold 125000 dollars in stock, while the National Tin Plate and Stamped Ware Company is authorized for 100000 dollars. Incorporators are David G. Reed, Wm. B. Leeds, and James B. Dill. The National Tin Plate and Stamped Ware Company issues 1000000 dollars in preferred stock and 10000 dollars in common stock. The trio aims to manufacture tin plate, terne plate, and steel plate, with the largest company also authorized to produce steel and iron. The corporations are said to be organized as an interstate venture under the name Imperial Company, incorporated on a Saturday in Som… with an authorized capital of 1000000 dollars.
Roswell area railway progress advances as Jane-Mallory and Cushing complete grading for Pecos Valley and Northwestern line. Fifteen more track sections finish the route to Roswell, slated to be gone by February’s end. A Rock Leland delegation has studied right of way costs for New Mexico to Nogales and Old Mexico access via El Mama, showing regional progress toward the broader expansion.
London January reports Patti settled fifteen thousand dollars annually on her new husband, Baron Cederstrom, the day before their marriage. The arrangement is described as a gift of support upon their union amid social gossip.
The Eagan case record was handed to Judge Advocate General Lieber for review. Secretary Alger discussed the matter with the president, and papers came to Lieber through routine channels. He could not say how long the review will take before sending to the Adjutant General.
Mrs J Myers a Pittsburg visitor, about 60, leaped from the end of the Atlantic City pier amid failing health. Her companion maid and two policemen attempted aid but she drowned as no lifeboats were available. The midday tragedy occurred near the end of the structure as the pair walked along the pier sidewalk.
Jack Haines charged with murdering a bartender in Kansas City refused to plead at arraignment. The judge entered a not guilty plea for him and set March 27 as the next court date.
Louis A. Lambert, president of the Bank of Grand Avenue, died in Kansas City from pneumonia. He was born in New York to 15 and was a brother of C. E. Lambert of New York, general passenger agent of the West Above line, who was at his bedside.
In a joint agreement among three powers over Sana, a prohibition on war to vessels was discussed. Germany has one vessel at Apis and Britain two. no official complaint yet. The Phitasek nie was to depart San Diego yesterday but was detained by Chief Engineer Bates, ordered from Texas to Havana, then overland from New Orleans to Philadelphia, reportedly reaching the ship.
Washington, Jan. The president today sent to the Senate correspondence on the peace treaty from the State Department. The exchange includes letters and cablegrams between the president and the commissioners with instructions and responses. The documents cover telegrams and reports from most days in Mont. The president instructed a cessation of Luzon Island with full sovereignty to follow. Senate members gave the reading close attention.
A severe storm lashes St Louis with falling temperatures and heavy snow expected to cover areas before abating. Weather bureau officials warn of a rapid drop to below ten degrees, with Springfield reporting six degrees below zero the same day, the coldest since 1895.
In a Boston scene, executives and scholars debate U.S. politics centered on Roberts. Notables from Harvard President Charles W. Eliot to Louise Chandler Moulton defend Roberts amid claims tied to polygamy in Utah. The letters, signed by figures including Mary Livermore and others, argue personal history should not bar public service.
In Washington on January 79 Gen Miles and Gen Eagan encountered each other in the lobby of the Ar-Maxton hotel amid a brewing controversy. They faced without saluting as they moved toward groups of friends, Miles in civilian dress and a tall hat while Ragan wore a black overcoat and felt hat. Nearby officials and lawmakers watched the tense moment.
A westbound Union Pacific passenger train derailed at Worth Topeka junction at noon today. The engine and chair car followed, but no injuries were reported. The wreck blocked the line for several hours while authorities and crews cleared the track. A separate note mentions a family dispute where a mother and wife argued about a son’s behavior.
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